Keto Bacon Egg Zucchini (Printable)

Crispy zucchini nests with smoky bacon and baked eggs make a wholesome, low-carb breakfast option.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis, grated
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (optional)

→ Meats

03 - 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

→ Dairy & Eggs

04 - 4 large eggs
05 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

→ Pantry

06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a standard 4-cup muffin tin with olive oil or avocado oil.
02 - Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, diced onion, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
04 - Divide zucchini mixture evenly among 4 muffin cups, pressing firmly into the bottom and up the sides to create nest-shaped containers.
05 - Bake for 10 minutes until the nests begin to set and turn lightly golden on the edges.
06 - Remove muffin tin from oven. Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly into each nest, then carefully crack one egg into each nest.
07 - Return to oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny, or adjust timing based on desired doneness.
08 - Allow nests to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Gently remove from muffin tin using a thin spatula.
09 - Transfer nests to serving plates. Top with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 15g per serving to keep you full until lunch.
  • Keto-friendly and gluten-free, fitting perfectly into low-carb lifestyles.
  • A clever way to incorporate more vegetables into your morning routine.
02 -
  • To make ahead, bake the zucchini nests without the eggs, store them in the refrigerator, and then simply add the eggs and finish the final bake the next morning.
  • Check your bacon labels to ensure there are no added sugars to keep the dish strictly keto.
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